Whether you have a few cups of coffee per day or enjoy the occasional cup of joe, coffee can be more than a tasty drink and caffeine boost. With National Coffee Day on Sept. 29, here are some of the ways that regular coffee drinking can improve your health.
Coffee is a daily ritual for many. From a hot cup of coffee in the morning to an iced latte on a warm afternoon, from one poured into your favorite mug at your kitchen table to your standard order from your favorite cafe, there are dozens of ways to drink your coffee. Recent studies have also shown that there are health benefits from regularly drinking moderate amounts of coffee.
In addition to the energy boost from caffeine, coffee can help you manage weight, improve your mental health and prevent chronic illness and future health challenges. Need more reasons to love coffee? Find out how it could support brain health, promote weight loss and prevent disease. Depositphotos The caffeine in coffee is a common - and sometimes much craved - source of energy.
Many people drink coffee to help them feel more awake and alert. Whether you need help waking up in the morning or a pick-me-up in the afternoon, TuftsNow explains that caffeine blocks receptors in the brain that cause you to feel tired. Instead, you'll feel more alert for a few hours.
Caffeine also triggers an increase in norepinephrine and epinephrine in the body, according to Cognacity. These neurotransmitters are what cause an adrenaline rush. In small amounts, occasi.
